
I loved reading everyone’s comments on what inspires them to lead a healthy lifestyle. For this week’s homework, I want to hear from you again! This holiday season we have been giving thanks and showing our appreciation to everyone that has made an impact on our journey. Now it is time to give thanks to YOU!
It is so easy to get caught up in appearances and looking good that sometimes we forget what an amazing machine the human body really is. I used to always focus on the appearance of my “thunder thighs” and would dispense entirely too much energy trying to hide the flaws that really only mattered to me. It was not until I started running, especially long distances, that I came to hold my thighs in an entirely new light. I am thankful for the power, speed and strength they have that can get me through the different races and obstacles I encounter. I was and am guilty of focusing too much on image and not embracing the awesome capabilities our bodies possess. Now it’s your turn! I want to know what part of your body you are thankful for and why (try to keep it PG
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